All items tagged with high end audio (209)
High End 2023 Munich Audio Show to Break Past Records
January 16, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

High End 2023 Munich Audio Show to Break Past Records

The Munich High End audio show plays an essential role as one the most important marketplaces for the audio industry. The 40th edition of the show, May 18-21, promises to break all records. Following the registration deadline for exhibitors, the High End Society reported increasing demand for the international audio show. The 2023 edition will see the second edition of the IPS – International Parts + Supply B2B section now taking place on all four days of the High End show, and supported by the ALTI Association.
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Florida International Audio Expo, Tampa, February 17–19, 2023
December 16, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Florida International Audio Expo, Tampa, February 17–19, 2023

Florida International Audio Expo takes place Friday–Sunday, February 17–19, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore. The more than 65 exhibit spaces will be the scene for plenty of action — several rooms will unveil new products, letting show attendees be among the first to experience some of the best new high-performance audio gear. The show, now in it's 4th year offers good sounding suites, within a short 10 minute ride from/to the airport.
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McIntosh Announces Mc451 Dual Mono Power Amplifier Using Hybrid Drive Technology
December 9, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

McIntosh Announces Mc451 Dual Mono Power Amplifier Using Hybrid Drive Technology

Following the launch of the stunning MC901 Dual Mono Amplifier in December 2019, and the MC3500 Vacuum Tube Amplifier Mk II in November 2021, the Binghamton, NY-based company is back to tube powerhouses with the MC451 Dual Mono Power Amplifier. The McIntosh MC451 follows the success of the MC901 model, basically being its little brother, and combining a vacuum tube and solid-state amplifier that uses McIntosh's Hybrid Drive technology.
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Yamaha Revives Orthodynamic Headphones and Unveils YH-5000SE Flagship Model
November 23, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Yamaha Revives Orthodynamic Headphones and Unveils YH-5000SE Flagship Model

Yamaha announced a new flagship headphone design that fuses inspiration from Yamaha-original technology in legendary 70s headphones, combined with modern innovations and materials. The new Yamaha YH-5000SE headphones revive the brand's original Orthodynamic driver born in the ‘70s, now with modern manufacturing methods, components and carefully selected materials. The extensively research effort is intended to maximize comfort and what Yamaha engineers describe as "a superlative experience."
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Schiit Audio Introduces Updated Yggdrasil+ True Multibit Modular DAC
November 14, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Schiit Audio Introduces Updated Yggdrasil+ True Multibit Modular DAC

Schiit Audio announced the availability of Yggdrasil+, its flagship True Multibit DAC, now updated, featuring a choice of D/A converter options, remote control, non-oversampling (NOS) mode, and phase inversion. The Yggdrasil+ combines performance and value in a high-end DAC, together with the peace of mind of a fully modular platform that is ready for the future. Yggdrasil+ prices start at $2,299 and top out at $2,799, depending on D/A and finish options.
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Haniwa Audio to Debut Time-Aligned Subwoofer System at the New York Audio Show
September 9, 2022 by Joao Martins

Haniwa Audio to Debut Time-Aligned Subwoofer System at the New York Audio Show

Haniwa Audio will be unveiling its latest full range speaker system, including what the Japanese company calls a time-aligned stereo "super subwoofer" extension, for the first time at the New York Audio Show (9-10 September). The company is famous for its single driver Haniwa HSP01 speakers and integrated amplifier/DSP, which together ensure simultaneous phase and frequency control to deliver "the world’s most accurate music reproduction system." The addition of the new "super subwoofers" now extends the system's response.
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New DALI KORE Flagship Loudspeakers Start Shipping
September 8, 2022 by Joao Martins

New DALI KORE Flagship Loudspeakers Start Shipping

It was one of the most spectacular announcements at the 2022 High End show in Munich. The leading Danish speaker designer and manufacturer introduced a new flagship loudspeaker, the DALI KORE. Designed, crafted, and built by DALI at the company's facilities in Denmark, this new powerhouse of a speaker incorporates all new DALI technologies resulting in an outstanding sound performance. It's also a BIG, heavy speaker, worthy of a flagship product, and a statement of its artistry.
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Vertere Acoustics Announces Updated DG-1S Turntable and Phono Preamp
July 29, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Vertere Acoustics Announces Updated DG-1S Turntable and Phono Preamp

Vertere Acoustics announced that its DG-1 record player/turntable has been updated and improved. After little more than three years, the company already had many ideas on how to improve its original product and announced the DG-1 S, which will be available in September 2022. Also updated and improved is the Vertere PHONO-1 MKII L MM/MC Phono Preamplifier, now featuring a new gold-plated L-shaped PCB and significantly enhanced accessibility for the customization DIP switches.
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David Nauber Joins T+A North America as Chief Executive Officer
July 7, 2022 by Joao Martins

David Nauber Joins T+A North America as Chief Executive Officer

German high end manufacturer T+A elektroakustik announced that industry veteran David Nauber has joined T+A's extended executive team as Chief Executive Officer of T+A North America, its independent North American distribution arm. T+A North America’s owner Conradin Amft will continue leading the Board of Directors while also focusing increased energy on his expanding role as COO at T+A Germany.
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Audio-Technica Introduces AT-ART20 High-End Phono Cartridge
June 20, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Introduces AT-ART20 High-End Phono Cartridge

Audio-Technica launched its AT-ART20 Dual Moving Coil Stereo Cartridge, the latest in the company's ART Series of high-end phono cartridges. The AT-ART20 utilizes Audio-Technica’s magnetic-core design to achieve "superlative" vinyl playback performance with "extraordinary musical realism," as the company describes. The new AT-ART20 cartridge (SRP: US$2,900) also has a striking, distinctive contoured appearance.
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